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As the leading provider of post-acute care for aging adults in need of skilled nursing and rehabilitation, we provide staff written articles to help families learn more about nursing, rehabilitation and dementia. In addition to these helpful articles, our warm and welcoming staff is available to answer questions and provide additional resources.
Nursing
The Vital Role of Skilled Nursing Communities
The United Health Foundation's 2023 Senior Report found that more than half of adults aged 65-74...
Three Areas For Family Caregivers To Consider When Searching For A Skilled Nursing Provider
Whether it be short or long-term, a significant portion of seniors require skilled nursing care at...
5 Important Questions To Ask When Finding A Skilled Nursing Home
Twenty-four-hour nursing care is an excellent option for seniors with varying medical needs....
7 Ways Nursing Home Care Improves Quality of Life for Seniors
Moving a loved one into a nursing home is never easy, and many families worry about how their...
8 Life Enhancing Benefits of 24-Hour Skilled Nursing Care
For many seniors and their families, making the transition to a long-term skilled nursing facility...
Rehabilitation
Types of Rehabilitation and How Seniors Benefit
Rehabilitation is a valuable tool for individuals of all ages facing many challenges. In the older...
Caring for Your Loved One After Discharge: 5 Key Areas to Consider
Acting as a family caregiver for your loved one after a stay in hospital or short-term skilled...
How Occupational Therapy Helps Seniors Return Home
Seniors in short-term skilled nursing care are often keen to get back to the comfort of their own...
7 Powerful Benefits of Skilled Rehabilitative Care for Seniors
Skilled rehabilitation is a powerful and versatile tool, and one that can be integral in senior...
Dementia
Concerns Dementia Care Can Alleviate For Family Caregivers
Dealing with a recent diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can be incredibly tough for...
How Senior Dementia Care Can Help Family Caregivers
Though it can be highly rewarding to take care of a loved one who once took care of you, adopting...
7 Signs of Memory Loss in Seniors
Contrary to popular belief, significant loss of memory is not a ‘natural’ side effect of aging. If...
5 Signs of Sundowning and tips for Family Caregivers
If you’re a family caregiver for a loved one with dementia, dealing with agitation or disruptive...
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The Vital Role of Skilled Nursing Communities
The United Health Foundation's 2023 Senior Report found that more than half of adults aged 65-74 in 2021 had multiple chronic health conditions - an increase of 13% from 2020. The same study reported that 15.8% of seniors over 65 experienced frequent physical...
Three Areas For Family Caregivers To Consider When Searching For A Skilled Nursing Provider
Whether it be short or long-term, a significant portion of seniors require skilled nursing care at some point. As a family caregiver, the prospect of finding a senior care facility to meet your relative’s needs might be a daunting one. Chapin Home for the Aging is...
Concerns Dementia Care Can Alleviate For Family Caregivers
Dealing with a recent diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can be incredibly tough for both seniors and their family members. As a family caregiver, you might be worried about how your loved one’s disease will progress and the challenges they will face in the...
5 Important Questions To Ask When Finding A Skilled Nursing Home
Twenty-four-hour nursing care is an excellent option for seniors with varying medical needs. Short-term nursing care can support those recovering from an injury, surgery, or hospital stay, while long-term care is ideal for those with complex chronic medical...
Types of Rehabilitation and How Seniors Benefit
Rehabilitation is a valuable tool for individuals of all ages facing many challenges. In the older generation, rehabilitation is often used following a hospital stay, a major health event like stroke or heart attack, or a surgery like hip or knee replacement. These...
How Senior Dementia Care Can Help Family Caregivers
Though it can be highly rewarding to take care of a loved one who once took care of you, adopting a family caregiver role for a senior with dementia can also be fraught with challenges. If you have found yourself feeling overwhelmed or increasingly burnt out, 24-hour...
7 Ways Nursing Home Care Improves Quality of Life for Seniors
Moving a loved one into a nursing home is never easy, and many families worry about how their parent or relative will adapt to the transition. But if your loved one is struggling to live independently, or if you can no longer deliver the specialized care they need at...
8 Life Enhancing Benefits of 24-Hour Skilled Nursing Care
For many seniors and their families, making the transition to a long-term skilled nursing facility is a nerve-wracking prospect. But when family caregivers are no longer able to meet a senior’s needs, or if they’re living with a chronic condition like Alzheimer’s...
7 Signs of Memory Loss in Seniors
Contrary to popular belief, significant loss of memory is not a ‘natural’ side effect of aging. If you’re noticing signs of memory loss in your loved one, it could be an early indicator of Alzheimer’s disease or another health issue. The symptoms of Alzheimer’s...
5 Signs of Sundowning and tips for Family Caregivers
If you’re a family caregiver for a loved one with dementia, dealing with agitation or disruptive behaviors might be a fairly regular occurrence. Sometimes, particular situations or even times of day can trigger upsetting feelings for dementia patients. Seeing your...
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